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once

[wuhns] / wʌns /




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“The Little Sister” grows even more intriguing once the love affair runs aground, forcing Fatima to flounder in her heartache.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

A flesh-eating parasitic fly is once again threatening the nation’s livestock, after being eradicated from the U.S. six decades ago.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Indeed, the company's development of a partially reusable rocket -- which has allowed it to conduct more launches than all other providers combined -- was once thought unattainable.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

US sport is priced at the luxury top end, and so much so that the stadiums are mostly shrinking in capacity, rebuilt for many billions with hospitality suites and lounges where once there was seating.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Although Clare had not asked for a name—he made a habit of never getting too well acquainted with passing spirits—this, for once, came as a help.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman




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